Tuesday, January 18, 2011

Texas Christmas


I bet you thought you were going to see Christmas morning pictures...well we forgot to take any and now have to sweet talk my mom into sending us copies of hers! We were having so much fun opening presents that I didn't even think about it (plus I knew my dad was snapping shots). We were lucky enough to spend the week in Texas with my family which is always such a treat for us, and while there we went to the Childrens museum. The kids had such a good time and since it was raining most of the time we were there, it was a great way to stay in for the day.



I love Zach's tongue sticking out while driving. He seems to do this a lot when he is concentrating. There were lots of cars to play with so he was one happy boy. And dress up for Gracie, so very fun.



Christmas was great. This kids are still young enough that they don't get up early so we didn't get started with presents until after 9am. Very good kids!! Both the kids got lots of fun new toys and it was a good thing we drove to take home all our new booty. My parents were so kind to find a sitter for my kids on 3 seperate occasions so we could go shooting, the temple and out for a night out. We are so spoiled. I just need to get better at taking out my camera to catch these special moments!


A few nights before Christmas

It's the most wonderful time of the year!!




















Isn't Christmas great? I goes for over a month and there is so much to do we never have to be bored.
Good old Florida offers A LOT to do. Our neighbor had this lovely Santa pig that made me laugh every time I saw it. It even lit up at night. What more could you ask for? We went to downtown Disney a few times because they had very cute decorations and trees. Even some fake bubble snow (Gracie loved dancing in it).











Our kids did surprisingly well with Santa this year, but it really helps that Santa is in our ward, so they see him all year round. It is a good thing Gracie is not old enough to be at school telling kids that Santa goes to her church. And who would want to forget out visit with Santa cow, oh the things we do for our kids' amusement. Love it!!